COULD ROASTERS BOOST THE COFFEE CATEGORY?

New digital roaster product from the UK not mass market but could tempt aficionados.

Due for release in the UK in 2016, the Ikawa Home Coffee Roaster is pitched at the coffee aficionado, for whom just the right roast is imperative.

Judging by its £600 UK price, it isn't for everyone, but it does bring with it smartphone-based connectivity and roasting recipes.

The company is currently taking pre-orders for May 2016 delivery with two options for just the product and another including 12 packs of various iconic "green" coffees, each of which comes with an individual recommended roast recipe.

View the following video to get a taste of what this new product is offering.